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Blackened Fish Tacos

Scrumptious Blackened Fish Tacos with Zesty Chipotle Sauce

A delightful recipe for Blackened Fish Tacos featuring buttery fish fillets, zesty chipotle sauce, and vibrant toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chipotle-Lime Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can be swapped with avocado for a healthier alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh juice elevates the taste, but bottled works in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt Use fresh minced garlic mixed with regular salt if preferred.
  • 1 chipotle pepper Chopped Chipotle Pepper Adjust amount according to your spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Omit if you’re not a fan, parsley is a great substitute.
For the Fish Tacos
  • 1 pound White Fish (e.g., tilapia, cod, mahi-mahi)
  • 8 tortillas Corn Tortillas Flour tortillas can also be used if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Olive oil serves as a healthier alternative.
  • 2 cups Shredded Purple Cabbage Substitute with lettuce for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Feta or queso fresco can be used as tasty replacements.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste directly in the mixture.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 4 wedges Lime Wedges For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. In a mixing bowl, stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic salt, chopped chipotle pepper, and cilantro until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat each fish fillet with melted butter and sprinkle the spice mix over the fillets.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned fish fillets for 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  6. Layer tortillas with cooked fish, top with shredded cabbage, drizzle with chipotle-lime sauce, and sprinkle Cotija cheese.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Blackened Fish Tacos can accommodate various toppings based on your preference for a customized experience.

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